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Zimba 1% Cream 10.0 gm in 1 tube

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Zimba 1% Cream is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Ozenoxacin (1% w/w)

Pack of 10 gm

₹ 228.75

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Zimba 1% Cream

Description:

Zimba 1% Cream is an antimicrobial medicine. It is used for the topical treatment of impetigo. It can be used in adults as well as pediatric patients 2 months of age and older. It inhibits the infection-causing bacteria and prevents their growth and further spread of the infection.

Zimba 1% Cream is only for external use. Employ it in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Read the package insert thoroughly before using the medicine. Apply a thin layer of the medicine topically to the affected area twice daily or as directed by your doctor. You can consider covering the treated area with a sterile bandage or gauze dressing. Make sure to wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. If you see no changes after 5 days, let your doctor know.

Zimba 1% Cream is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause erythema (redness and often small, red, pus-filled bumps on the face) and dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp, specifically called seborrheic dermatitis) in some people. If you experience any such side effects, let your doctor know.

Avoid contact of the medicine with your mouth, eyes, or inside of the nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse it off with plenty of water. Do not use the medicine if you have any history of allergic reaction to any of the components present in this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Zimba

  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Dermatitis
  • Seborrheic dermatitis
  • Rosacea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zimba 1% Cream is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

What is Zimba 1% Cream used for?

Zimba 1% Cream is used to treat skin infections called impetigo. It kills the bacteria causing the infection and helps the skin heal.

What if I accidentally get Zimba 1% Cream in my eyes or mouth?

Rinse thoroughly with water if Zimba 1% Cream touches your eyes, mouth, or nose. If irritation occurs, contact your doctor.

Is it safe to use Zimba 1% Cream during vaccination or other treatments?

Affirmative. Zimba 1% Cream is generally safe, but always tell your doctor about any treatments you are receiving to avoid possible interactions.

What should I do if the infection does not improve after Zimba 1% Cream treatment?

If your skin infection does not improve within 5 days of Zimba 1% Cream treatment or gets worse, contact your doctor for re‑evaluation.

Can Zimba 1% Cream cause antibiotic resistance?

Using Zimba 1% Cream improperly can make bacteria stronger. Follow the full treatment course and do not stop early to reduce this risk.

Can I use Zimba 1% Cream on my face or sensitive skin?

Zimba 1% Cream can be used on the face or other sensitive areas if prescribed by your doctor, but avoid getting the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Apply carefully only to infected patches of skin.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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